Public Water Access Sites - Partnership Funding
The Minnesota DNR's Public Water Access Sites - Partnership Funding grant supports the development and improvement of public water access and water trail facilities across Minnesota.
Funder: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: Rolling (Contact DNR for current cycle)
Funding Amounts: Assistance level varies by project scope, budget, and requests; no fixed maximum or minimum stated.
Summary: Supports local governments in acquiring, developing, and improving public water access sites and state water trail facilities in Minnesota.
Key Information: Only counties, cities, townships, and recognized tribal bands are eligible partners.
Description
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offers financial and technical assistance to local governments through this program to support the acquisition, development, and improvement of public water access points and state water trail projects. Eligible projects include building or upgrading public carry-in and trailer boat access sites, parking lots, docks, launching ramps, campsites, rest areas, and portages along state water trails. The program aims to expand and improve recreational water access across Minnesota, prioritizing repairs, rehabilitation, new facility development, engineering/design, and land acquisition.
